Watercolor for Beginners: How to Create a Negative Painting

Discover the beauty of watercolor negative painting! This beginner-friendly class, taught by Gaby, will guide you through creating stunning artwork using this simple and relaxing technique.

Learn what negative painting is and how to execute it effectively. We'll start with foundational practice exercises to build your skills. Then, we'll dive into a step-by-step project, beginning with a provided sketch and building layers of watercolor paint.

No prior drawing experience is needed! A template is included to get you started. This class is perfect for watercolor beginners and anyone looking to add a unique touch to their art.

Here's what you'll need for this watercolor tutorial:

• Watercolor paints: Choose your favorite colors!
• Watercolor paper: Essential for optimal watercolor results.
• Round brush (sizes 4, 6, or 8): Versatile for various painting tasks.
• Rigger brush (size 0): Ideal for fine details.
• Two jars of water: One for rinsing, one for clean water.
• Paper towel: For blotting and cleaning your brushes.
• Ruler: Helpful for precise lines.
• Pencil: For sketching and outlining.
• Eraser: To correct any pencil marks.
• Protractor (or round object): Used for creating accurate shapes.

By the end of this class, you'll have a completed negative painting and a valuable new skill you can apply to all your future watercolor projects. Start creating beautiful art today!